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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Adithi Ramakrishnan

Blood moon: Last total lunar eclipse until late 2028 to take place this week

  • A total lunar eclipse, promising a dramatic 'blood-red' moon, is set to occur this week, marking the last such spectacle until late 2028.
  • The event will be visible on Tuesday morning across North America, Central America, and the western part of South America, and on Tuesday night in Australia and eastern Asia.
  • This phenomenon occurs when the Earth is positioned between the sun and a full moon, casting a shadow that makes the moon appear reddish due to sunlight filtering through Earth's atmosphere.
  • The eclipse will unfold over several hours, with the total phase lasting about one hour.
  • No special equipment is required to observe the event, only a clear, cloudless view of the sky.

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